Sr Test Engineer

Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life, short- and long-term disability

401(k) with company match

4+ weeks PTO plus holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Draeger Medical Systems, Inc. in Andover, MA is seeking a Sr Test Engineer to work onsite. You will evaluate, develop, implement and improve manufacturing test systems/tools/equipment, including design documentation.

Key responsibilities also include developing test strategies and technologies, and interfacing with diverse groups within Draeger and with external suppliers. The Senior Test Engineer requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (Master’s preferred), 5–8 years

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in product/manufacturing test development as an individual contributor.
• Experience with FDA QSR and regulated environments preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of LabVIEW & TestStand 2010+ experience required.
• Strong programming background in C/C++/Visual Basic desired.
• Experience in automated test system development and calibration/verification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, develop, implement, maintain and improve manufacturing test systems, tools, and equipment.
• Create and maintain test equipment design documentation and calibration instructions.
• Write and execute verification and validation protocols for test equipment per FDA requirements.
• Support introduction of new products and define test equipment development plans with teams.
• Participate in design reviews and code inspections per SOPs.
• Investigate test failures and develop solutions to improve test systems.
• Support development of new work processes and automated testing capabilities in manufacturing.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and implement solutions.

Skills

Statistical software

LEAN manufacturing

Scripting for automation

TCP/UDP protocols

Test equipment development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Computer Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

LabVIEW

TestStand

Visual Basic

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert

• Business Unit:Draeger Medical Systems, Inc., Job-ID: 1332
• Location: Andover
• Function:Quality
• Work Location:On-Site
• Employment Type:Permanent

The Job Responsibilities

We are looking for a Sr Test Engineer to work onsite in our Andover, MA location.

The Senior Test Engineer is responsible for evaluation, development, implementation, maintenance and improvement of manufacturing test systems/tools/equipment, including design documentation. Key responsibilities also include developing test strategies and technologies, and interfacing with diverse groups within Draeger and with external suppliers.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, develop, implement, maintain and improve manufacturing test systems, tools, & equipment, including custom test hardware and software, and all related design documentation.
• Create and maintain test equipment design documentation and test / calibration / preventive maintenance instructions; conduct related technical training for Production personnel.
• Write and execute verification & validation protocols for test equipment per FDA requirements.
• Support the introduction of new products concerning test concepts and test development; work within project teams to define test equipment development project plans and deliverables & estimate work effort.
• Participate in detailed design reviews and code inspections in accordance with SOPs.
• Perform investigations of test failures and during special projects, including low-yield analysis; implement solutions for improving test solutions.
• Support development of new work processes, automated tools and test capabilities in manufacturing for improving quality & efficiency.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities; develop and implement solutions.
• Performs other duties as needed and assigned.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5-8 years of working experience in product and/or manufacturing test development as an individual contributor, required
• Experience in coordinating with external test system development partners, preferred
• Experience in the Medical Device or other regulated industry, and working knowledge of FDA QSR, and related regulations, preferred
• Minimum 3 Years of National Instruments LabView & TestStand 2010+ experience, required
• Solid programming experience/background in C / C++ / Visual Basic, desired
• Proven background in automated test system development, desired
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment such as spectrum network analyzers, signal generators, power\supplies meters and oscilloscopes
• Strong working knowledge of test instrumentation calibration, verification and validation methods, SPC, process capability and FMEA, desired
• Exposure to and understanding of LEAN manufacturing practices desired, including test system design for reduced cycle times
• Proficiency with statistical software preferred

Hardware Skills

• Strong background in AC/DC custom electronics design for interface & breakout PCBAs
• Design for small signal integrity
• Strong understanding of relay drivers
• Understanding of 802.11 and wireless protocols
• Understanding of serial communications and ability to script for automation
• Strong understanding of TCP/UDP protocols; demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and understand network traffic
• Demonstrated hardware/software troubleshooting and debug skills

LabView Skills

• Strong understanding of state machine VIs, multi-threading tasks.
• Ability to create LabView routines to communicate with off-the-shelf equipment and integrate within custom test systems
• Design clean easy to maintain routines and user interfaces
• Robust design of VIs with error-checking and timeouts

The targeted pay range for this position is typically between $106,000 - $127,000. We note that the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. This position is eligible for the following additional compensation: annual bonus.

At Draeger, Technology for Life means supporting our people in every aspect of their lives. We offer a competitive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Over 4 weeks of paid time off, plus holidays and parental leave
• Flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program

Select locations also offer free parking, an on-site gym, cafeteria, and game room.

Who we are

We’re hiring! If you want your contributions to make a real difference, check out this new career opportunity with us at Draeger where we are led by the guiding principle “Technology for Life”.

Draeger has several sites located across North America as well as field-based sales and service positions. Our North America headquarters is located in Telford, PA just north of Philadelphia. We also have US sites in Andover, MA, and Houston, TX. Our Canada site is located in Mississauga, Ontario.

Draeger is an Equal Opportunity Employer.